Scan for Malware & Security Issues (CPGuard)
If your website is slow, hacked, or behaving unexpectedly, you can use CPGuard to scan for malware, block attacks, and secure your account.
Home
View overall security status, recent alerts, and detected threats.
Virus Scanner
Scan your account for malware, infected files, and suspicious scripts.
CMS Threats
Detect vulnerabilities in WordPress, plugins, and themes.
WAF Protection
Web Application Firewall blocks malicious requests and exploits.
Bot Attacks
Monitor and block bots, brute force attempts, and suspicious traffic.
How to Use CPGuard
Using CPGuard in cPanel
Step 1: Open CPGuard
Go to Security → CPGuard in cPanel.
Step 2: Run Scan
Open Virus Scanner and scan your account.
Step 3: Review Threats
Check CMS Threats and flagged files.
Step 4: Take Action
Clean, quarantine, or remove infected files.
Using CPGuard in DirectAdmin
Step 1: Open CPGuard
Go to Account Manager → CPGuard or find it under Security.
Step 2: Scan Files
Run a scan using the Virus Scanner tool.
Step 3: Check Alerts
Review warnings in Home and CMS Threats.
Step 4: Secure Site
Remove threats and enable WAF protections if needed.
Common Issues & Fixes
Malware Detected
Remove infected files and update plugins/themes immediately.
Repeated Attacks
Enable WAF and block suspicious IPs or bots.
Site Redirects / Spam
Check for injected code in files or database.
Login Attempts
Use strong passwords and enable security features.
Tips to Stay Secure
Keep Software Updated
Update WordPress, plugins, and themes regularly.
Use Strong Passwords
Avoid weak or reused passwords.
Limit Plugins
Remove unused or outdated plugins.
Regular Scans
Run CPGuard scans regularly to detect threats early.
